Eat Well
The positive effects of eating well
What we eat can affect all the processes in the body, including cell regeneration, inflammation, digestion and sleep. So it's no surprise that after even as little as 28 days of eating well you can expect to not only look better, but feel a whole lot better, too.
Among other benefits, good food can:
• boost your energy
• lower the risk of developing certain diseases
• provide fuel to your brain
• counteract the impact of stress on your body
• affect mood-related body chemicals
What steps should you take to start your journey?
Don't skip meals. Eating consistently throughout the day provides your brain and body with a steady supply of fuel. It also prevents your blood sugar from dropping, which can cause nervousness, irritability and other problems.
• Snack well. Sustain your energy—and your ability to resist the vending machine—by packing healthy snacks. Try to keep some nuts, whole or dried fruit or other portable food in your bag or backpack.
• Work on your balance. Maybe you know that your body needs a varied diet. But have you thought about your brain? Your brain needs a healthy supply of carbohydrates, fats and proteins, or it can't perform functions that affect your mood and thinking.
• Don't over-diet. Eat to be healthy and fit—not to fit into a certain pair of jeans. Strict food rules usually backfire, and excessive dieting can be dangerous.
